"Good. What about living quarters and other necessities for Livia and her baby until the divorce is final?"
"She can stay here for as long as she wishes, even after the divorce. I am willing to buy another house for myself."
"Dad, that is very nice of you. I assume all of Livia's belongings, including clothes, jewelry, photos, etc., will still remain in her possession."
"As I said, she can have EVERYTHING in the house. I was the jerk so I'll leave. As both of you know, I have enough money to get by."
I stared at Livia, who sat quietly with tears leaking on her pretty reddish cheeks. Livia lowered her eyes and refused to speak. I said, "Guys, I think the bad part is over. Dad, if you have to be somewhere, you can go. I'll stay here with Livia."
Dad gazed at me and blurted, "Mark, you a
